Six Storage Solutions for Cluttered Garages

Keeping the garage organized can seem like an impossible task. But if you're tired of moving your things from one side of the garage to another without gaining any space—or parking your vehicle outside because your boy's toys, tools or sports gear are hogging all the room—take heart. The storage solutions shown here will help you tackle the clutter, get organized and park inside again.

Kayak Storage

Kayak Storage

Large, unwieldy items like kayaks are tough to store, especially if you have to lift them by yourself. The Harken Hoister offers a simple solution. It fastens to the ceiling; then you slide a couple of straps under the kayak, pull a rope and lift the kayak off the vehicle rack. The block-and-tackle pulley system allows you to raise and lower up to 200 pounds without a lot of exertion. The kayak is stored in suspension near the ceiling.

The Hoister also works great for canoes, dinghies and truck caps. A safety system prevents accidental releases, so even if you let go of the rope, the kayak won't fall on your car. The price ranges from $110 to $190, depending on how much weight the hoist can lift (the ones that lift 200 pounds cost $180 to $190), and you can install it yourself.

Pennzoil® Conventional

Pennzoil® Conventional

The true DIYer does everything by his or herself, because they want to ensure that the proper care is put into every task. When it comes to changing oil, they also want to know exactly what is going into their car.

Pennzoil® Conventional is the industry leading conventional oil. It cleans out up to 40% of engine sludge in the 1st oil change.* This makes it an essential in every DIYers’ garage.